Gallery: For every fabulous designer piece out there a cheaper version exists.

Noah Migotti + TJ McWilliam, Swerve11.06.2014

KEEP IT STRAPPED NO.!Everyone has a pair of black lace-ups. Why not change it up once in a while? These sleek brown monk-straps from Call It Spring are the fresh update your footwear game has been looking for, at a great price. (Just be careful on the ice; the soles are a little slippy.) $79 at Call It Spring, TD Square, 403-410-9092, and three other locations, callitspring.com/canada.Courtesy Call It Spring
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KEEP IT STRAPPED NO.2Here’s another version of the classic monk-strap. These are made in Italy of pebbled leather and will last for years. $398 at Harry Rosen, 317 7th Ave. S.W., 403-294-0992, and Chinook Centre, 403-2542-2848, harryrosen.com.Courtesy Harry Rosen
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DOUBLE UPWe’re well aware that pieces like the Billy Reid peacoat are out of reach for some. Meet the affordable alternative. This slim-fitting, double-breasted peacoat from Topman is simple, sleek, and nobody will be able to guess how much you paid for it. (Don’t expect this one to make it to the next generation, though.) $160 at Topman, Chinook Centre, 403-255-6121, topman.com.Courtesy Topman
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TOASTY IN TWEEDHaving a classic peacoat in your fall-winter wardrobe is a must. This beautiful tweed version from Billy Reid will be a piece that you hold onto for years and maybe even pass on to your son one day. It’s warm and functional: dress it up with a shirt and tie underneath, or keep it casual with just a plain white T-shirt and some nice denim. $950 at Nordstrom, Chinook Centre, 587-291-2000, ca.nordstrom.com.Courtesy Nordstrom
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BUCKE UPA basic leather belt is a wardrobe staple that gets better with use. American Apparel’s Flat-Edge Leather Belt with brass buckle is both stylish and affordable. $32 from a selection at American Apparel, 1429 17th Ave. S.W., 403-410-7450, and Market Mall, 403-457-2763, americanapparel.ca.Courtesy American Apparel
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BASIC BOOT CAMPThe original Chelsea boot was designed by Queen Victoria’s shoemaker, but the style didn’t become a British fashion staple until the 1950s. You can find them in a variety of colours and detailing, but these classic black ones are a great place to start. $155 at Aldo, Market Mall, 403-247-6110, aldoshoes.com, and nine other Calgary locations.Courtesy Aldo Shoes
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UPSCALE BOOT CAMP
The versatility and understated sophistication of this pricier Cole Haan Lenox Chelsea boot, means you can easily wear them to a fancy party or while hanging out with friends. $285 at Henry Singer, Bankers Hall, 403-234-8585, and Southcentre, 403-263-9960, henrysinger.com.Courtesy Cole Haan Lenox
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UPON REFLECTIONDespite the end of daylight saving time, there’s still plenty of sunlight to deal with in winter—it’s often even brighter when reflected off the snow. The Inuit crafted their own sun goggles out of bone to prevent snow blindness; think of this pair by Danish designer Han Kjobenhavn as an updated version, but smaller and debatably more stylish. $155 at J. Crew, Chinook Centre, 403-252-6196, jcrew.com/ca.Courtesy J. Crew
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There are many reasons to stress out about the upcoming holiday season, but the pressure to dress well shouldn’t be one of them. If you’ve got the cash to buy top-of-the-line merchandise, great. If you don’t, there’s no need to despair; for every fabulous designer piece out there a cheaper version exists. That means you’ll look nice at the party, and have money left over to buy presents.

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